Ethan Mbappe, at just 16 years of age, is being lined up for a potential competitive debut at Paris Saint-Germain alongside his brother Kylian.
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Teenager held in high regardPreviously figured in friendliesBrother still at Parc des PrincesWHAT HAPPENED?
The talented teenager made his senior bow for the Ligue 1 title holders in December 2022 when still 15. He figured in a friendly date with Paris FC back then and was also included in PSG’s pre-season plans ahead of the 2023-24 campaign – featuring in a 3-0 win over Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors during the club’s tour of Asia.
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Mbappe junior has now been included in a Ligue 1 matchday squad, with PSG set to play host to Nice at Parc des Princes on Friday. He will be hoping that a comfortable evening for Luis Enrique’s side allows him to take to the field at some stage.
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Ethan Mbappe moved to PSG alongside his World Cup-winning brother in 2017. He arrived in Paris from AS Bondy and signed a three-year contract in the summer of 2021. Later that year, he made his bow for the France U21 side.
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Kylian Mbappe looked to be heading for the exits at PSG during the summer transfer window, as he refused to sign a contract extension and was heavily linked with Real Madrid. He is, however, still in France and Ethan has previously said of working with his sibling: “A huge pride to be able to play with you big brother.”